Artwork

Je fis ce qu'on appelle un bon marché (I made what I would call a good bargain)

Je fis ce qu'on appelle un bon marché (I made what I would call a good bargain) is an ink print by the Impressionist artist Félix-Hilaire Buhot. It dates from 1878 and is held in the collection of the National Gallery of Art.

About this work

Overview

Je fis ce qu'on appelle un bon marché (I made what I would call a good bargain) is a print created by Félix-Hilaire Buhot in 1878 using etching, drypoint, and softground etching techniques.

Subject & Meaning

The print depicts a lively scene with a horseman navigating through a crowded cityscape, surrounded by onlookers and buildings, including a church steeple.

Technique & Style

The work is executed in black on Japanese paper, featuring a range of textures, including a grainy effect in the lower left corner achieved through softground etching, contributing to its dynamic and energetic feel.